Tiffin Motorhomes, Inc. recalls 2007–2015 Tiffin — 5 models

Recall date

December 28, 2015

Source

National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA)

Recall number

15V880000

Brand / firm

Tiffin

Sold / distributed

Potentially affected: 14,889 units

Why it was recalled

Unstable entry and exit steps increase the risk of injury.

What was recalled

Tiffin Motorhomes (Tiffin) is recalling certain model year 2007-2015 motorhomes manufactured May 1, 2007, to December 31, 2014, equipped with certain Coachstep Double and Triple Electric Steps. The bolt that attaches the fan gear assembly to the steps may fracture allowing the fan gear to disengage from the steps. As a result, the steps may not remain in the expected position and may become unstable.

What to do

Dealers will install a retainer bracket on the double step assemblies and the Coachstep Linkage Assembly will be replaced and a retainer bracket will be installed on the trip step assemblies. The recall began on Ferbuary 10, 2016. Owners may contact Tiffin customer service at 1-256-356-8661, or Lippert customer service at 1-574-537-8900.. Follow the official notice for full instructions.